Podcasts about Costa Rica

In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, Ricki Friedman joins Jason Ingber on the Jason Ingber Podcast, alongside Doreen Benjamin, to share her raw journey through grief, addiction, healing, and self-discovery. Ricki opens up about losing her mother to cancer at just 13 years old and how being prescribed Adderall at a young age shaped her emotional world. She reflects on decades of disconnection, heavy weed use, stimulant dependency, and how addiction became a way to escape unprocessed pain. She shares what it was really like to quit weed cold turkey after 15 years, why getting off Adderall and Vyvanse after nearly 30 years was the hardest challenge of her life, and how losing her relationship, job, and sense of stability ultimately became the turning point that set her free. Ricki also dives into her transformative Ayahuasca experience in Costa Rica, explaining how the medicine forced her to confront herself, heal long-held trauma, and step fully into her purpose. That journey reignited her passion for coaching and led her back to helping thousands of people break free from addiction, emotional patterns, and self-sabotage. This episode is for anyone navigating: • Adderall or stimulant dependence • Weed addiction • Grief and unresolved childhood trauma • Breakups and identity loss • Personal growth and healing If you're searching for hope, clarity, or proof that real change is possible, this conversation will meet you exactly where you are.

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this Friday Headline Brief of The Wright Report, Bryan sounds the alarm on a clandestine Chinese biolab discovered in Las Vegas, tied to the same Chinese national behind the infamous California lab raid involving dangerous viruses, dead animals, and fraudulent COVID test schemes. He then covers explosive new inconsistencies in the Jeffrey Epstein jail death investigation, including missing evidence, conflicting officer statements, and questions the DOJ still refuses to answer. Back in Washington, Bryan breaks down the looming DHS shutdown as Democrats push demands that would effectively cripple ICE, while some Republicans float compromise plans that Bryan warns could be disastrous. The episode closes with encouraging economic and medical news, including rising wages for American truckers as illegal drivers are removed, factory growth beating expectations, falling remittances to Mexico, promising breakthroughs in cholesterol treatment, inspiring longevity research from Spain, and simple evidence that family dinners may be one of the most powerful tools to protect children.   "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32     Keywords: February 6 2026 Wright Report, Chinese biolab Las Vegas garage, Reedley California lab Jiabei Zhu David He, FBI CIA biohazard investigation, Epstein jail death inconsistencies CBS DOJ IG, missing noose surveillance video questions, DHS shutdown ICE funding fight Democrats Top Ten demands, Thom Tillis ICE defunding proposal, American trucker wages rise deportations, factory growth ISM surprise, Mexico remittances drop Trump immigration, LDL cholesterol pill Texas study, longevity ultra marathon Spain Juan Lopez Garcia, family dinner mental health Tufts University

That's right! Matt went on another amphibious mission, and this time he brought his little (bigger) brother!Matt's been doing some incredible conservation work and had the opportunity to visit Costa Rica to document the remarkable wildlife!From red-eyed tree frogs to the arboreal web-footed salamander, you've never seen Joe this bored!Tune in as the guys conquer their fear of heights, give birth to sea turtles, and discover the origin of Froot Loops!We're glad to have Matt and Andy back safely and ready for the next adventure!Support our pod with our official merch!https://bropodmerch.bigcartel.com

in this episode, I talk about 5 practical ways to build self-trust. from what you need to do in the 3D... to your mindset... to the woo-woo... these 5 things will transform how you feel about yourself & where you are in your life. ♥︎ 

Três milhões de páginas caíram como uma bomba atômica na política mundial na sexta-feira passada (30/01) e explicaremos a trajetória criminosa de Jeffrey Epstein e quem são os figurões que podem estar associados com ele.Também analisamos as conversas entre EUA e Irã, além das eleições na Costa Rica, com a vitória da conservadora Laura Fernández já no primeiro turno.Use nosso desconto na Alura, começar agora faz a diferença: https://alura.tv/xadrezverbalCampanha e comunicado sobre nosso amigo Pirulla: https://www.pirulla.com.br/

Dateline: February 6, 2026. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!   We start off discussing my life and a really cool project I got to work on that could hopefully help with tree kangaroo conservation.Then we head to our headline story, discussing the recent story from China where a woman tried to take a selfie with a snow leopard and ended up getting attacked. Dr. Imogen Cancellare, the best name I've ever had on the podcast, joins us to discuss this situation.Then it's time for Zoo News stories from Smithsonian's National Zoo, the Denver Zoo, Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, Sydney Zoo, Mystic Aquarium, Hogle Zoo, SeaWorld Orlando, the Cincinnati Zoo, Melbourne Zoo, Tierpark Berlin, Brookfield Zoo, and more! Conservation News stories include a ban on hunting in Costa Rica, a look at human/animal conflict in India, and the definition of a new species. ROSSIFARI LINKS: patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

Join your Watson Weekly Weekend Edition hosts, Rick Watson and Jessica Lesesky, as they break down the biggest shifts in tech, retail, and e-commerce. From Pinterest's AI pivot to Starbucks' massive loyalty shakeup, we're diving deep into the news moving the needle this week.

What does it really take to build a global movement without sacrificing your health, faith, or family in the process? In this powerful guest episode, Kelly sits down with Amanda Tress, founder of Faster Way to Fat Loss, to unpack how a personal health crisis turned into one of the most impactful fitness and nutrition movements in the world, serving hundreds of thousands of women globally. Amanda shares the story behind Faster Way's growth, from her early struggles with blood pressure, insulin resistance, and PCOS to pioneering a science-backed approach to fat loss that challenges the "eat less, move more" narrative. Kelly and Amanda dive into what it means to stay mission-driven while navigating massive shifts in the marketplace, including GLP-1s, peptides, perimenopause, and the growing confusion women face around health and fitness. This conversation goes far beyond just fitness. Amanda opens up about: Leading with faith in business Building an affiliate-powered movement instead of relying on ads Creating economic opportunity for women Raising five kids while scaling a global brand Why relevance, timing, and conviction matter more than hustle If you're an entrepreneur, leader, or woman navigating growth in a noisy, rapidly changing world, this episode will ground you, challenge you, and inspire you to lead courageously. Timestamps: 01:30 – 05:00: Amanda's personal health journey: blood pressure meds, insulin resistance, and a turning point 05:00 – 07:45: Why traditional diet and exercise fail fat-loss-resistant women 07:45 – 11:30: GLP-1s, peptides, perimenopause (and why the market is more confused than ever) 11:30 – 14:30: Strength training, carb cycling, and the science behind Faster Way 14:30 – 17:30: Personalized nutrition, intermittent fasting, and the role of AI 17:30 – 19:15: How to get started with Faster Way to Fat Loss 19:15 – 23:45: Moving to Costa Rica, family integration, and redefining freedom as a CEO 23:45 – 27:30: The Faster Way business model: affiliates, timing, and building a movement 27:30 – 30:30: Faith, generosity, and trusting God with growth 30:30 – 33:45: Launching a church and witnessing exponential, unexplainable growth 33:45 – 36:45: Loneliness at the top, mentorship, and leading as a values-driven woman: 36:45 – 39:30: Advice for entrepreneurs: focus, prayer, community, and staying on mission Resources: Get started with Amanda's FASTer Way to Fat Loss program + get access to other helpful resources: https://www.fasterway.com   Connect with Amanda Tress on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amandatress or @amandatress For more faith leadership content, subscribe to Kelly's Substack channel: https://kellyroachofficial.substack.com/  Follow Kelly on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyroachofficial/  Follow Kelly on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kelly.roach.520/  Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellyroachint/     

Hey Friends~  This week is Children's Authors and Illustrators Week! And on TLOP,  we're celebrating an imaginative storyteller who helps kids grow brave, curious, and confident. So it felt like the perfect time to discuss: what shapes an author who writes stories that help children feel brave and confident? In this episode, I talk with children's author Rella B. about imagination, courage, and the heart behind stories that invite kids to embrace who they are. It's a conversation about wonder, creativity, and why storytelling matters at every age. Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com COMMENT? QUESTION?  Leave a voice message!  https://castfeedback.com/play ABOUT THE GUEST:  Rella B's transformation from a career-focused adult to a passionate advocate for the magic of childhood has resonated with countless families worldwide. Her belief that work and play should be inseparable companions has shaped her mission to provide young readers with captivating tales that not only entertain but also instill valuable life lessons. In the spirit of curiosity and courage, Rella B's journey reminds us all that there's no age limit on dreaming, exploring, and discovering the joy in everyday moments. CONTACT THE GUEST:   Info@rellabbooks.com https://rellabbooks.com/ YouTube.com/@Rellabbooks All Socials are @Rellabbooks   February - Honoring & Highlighting Children's Authors for a month!   Constance Lewis: Emotions   Connect: https://www.colorfulcapesoffeelings.com/ Jason Heffler: Children's speech disorders   Connect: linktr.ee/jasonheffler Terry Lilga:  Rhyming   Connect: https://terrililgabooks.com/ Claire Miller: Storytelling with kids   Connect: www.clairemillerauthor.co.uk     Highlighted Authors This Month: 226 Constance Lewis: Using Colors To Get Through Big Feelings 214 Wonder About Stuttering and Fluency? Jason Heffler Shares What Is Helpful From Personal Experience 218 Terri Lilga: Why Is Rhyme So Important? Using Literature To Teach Beyond The Words 243 Claire Miller: The Power of Storytelling to Build Confidence & Connection MORE RESOURCES I APPROVE AND YOU MAY LOVE:  Sign up for a family trip to Costa Rica!!   2026 is a year for deeper connection at Family Talks Retreat in Costa Rica

Dr. Holly Duckworth (PhD) shares how she went from mechanical engineering → psychology → deep hypnosis work (QHHT), and why "higher self" doesn't have to be woo. Especially when you understand how fear, trauma responses, and nervous system dysregulation run the show. We also get super practical: How to recognize dysregulation (hello, sensory sensitivity + road rage), why "therapy doesn't work" for some people until the body is regulated first, and how gratitude + nature can become daily tools for coming back to safety. Join my NEW private community at thelongherlife.com for ongoing protocols, live coaching, and deeper support. WE TALK ABOUT:  02:15 - The moment Dolores Cannon's work cracked open a new reality 04:25 - What a QHHT session looks like and why it can be so transformative 10:05 - Using gratitude to interrupt fear and access a calmer inner state 14:20 - Signs your nervous system is dysregulated (and why it's not your fault) 17:40 - Why regulation is like rehab: Gentle, consistent training over time 23:55 - The exhale technique that signals safety to your nervous system 25:45 - The modern motherhood overstimulation loop (and what helps) 29:45 - The hidden trauma so many women dismiss as "normal" 31:00 - Turning daily stress (traffic, grocery lines) into regulation practice 34:40 - How to rant without getting stuck in scarcity and fear 41:00 - Why grounding works (and what nature does to your perspective) 45:30 - Dr. Holly's book trilogy on purpose, forgiveness, and gratitude RESOURCES: Join my NEW private community at thelongherlife.com for ongoing protocols, live coaching, and deeper support. Join me in Costa Rica for Optimize Her, a 5-night luxury women's retreat with biohacking, yoga, healing rituals, and longevity workshops—only 2 spots left. Download the non-toxic baby registry guide to reduce toxic exposure and make confident, evidence-informed choices for your family—free. Dr. Holly Duckworth's website and Instagram LET'S CONNECT: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music

Many people reach a confusing moment in their healing journey: they start dating healthier partners… and suddenly desire feels flat. Calm feels boring. Chemistry disappears. In this solo episode, John Kim breaks down why this happens - and why it doesn't mean anything is “wrong” with you.If you've ever wondered whether you can rewire attraction without forcing yourself into a relationship that doesn't feel right, this conversation is for you.

It's Wednesday, February 4th, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Jonathan Clark Colombian president denies divinity of Jesus Christ Christians across Colombia recoiled at recent remarks made by President Gustavo Petro. The nation's leader denied that Jesus is Christ, describing Him instead as a “man of light, of truth and a revolutionary.” This public attack on Biblical truth comes as Christians continue to face persecution and physical attacks in the country.  Criminal organizations have killed at least 10 pastors in Colombia over the last year. Sadly, the government provides little protection for church leaders. Psalm 2:11-12 warns rulers, “Serve the LORD with fear, and rejoice with trembling. Kiss the Son, lest He be angry, and you perish in the way, when His wrath is kindled but a little. Blessed are all those who put their trust in Him.” U.S. forces shoot down Iranian drone over Arabian Sea A U.S. fighter jet shot down an Iranian drone as it approached a U.S. aircraft carrier in the Arabian Sea on February 3rd, the U.S. Central Command has announced, reports The Epoch Times. The incident comes at a moment of heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran. President Donald Trump recently ordered naval forces to the Middle East and has threatened military strikes on Iran if it does not agree to new limits on its nuclear development. The U.S. Central Command, which oversees U.S. military operations in the Middle East, said the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln was operating about 500 miles from Iran's southern coast on Tuesday, when U.S. forces spotted what they identified as an Iranian Shahed-139 drone. When the Iranian drone “unnecessarily maneuvered toward” the aircraft carrier, the U.S. Central Command said U.S. forces issued de-escalatory instructions, but the drone continued on its path toward the aircraft carrier. That's when an F-35C Lighting II stealth fighter jet, assigned to the aircraft carrier, intervened and shot down the drone. Thankfully, no American service members were harmed during the incident, and no U.S. equipment was damaged. Conservative candidate wins presidency of Costa Rica Meanwhile in Central America, conservative candidate Laura Fernández Delgado won Costa Rica's presidential election on Sunday. She gave thanks to God following the election victory.  Life News reports that Fernández emphasized moral values and the protection of unborn babies during her campaign. She stated, “Defending the lives of Costa Ricans who have not yet been born is an obligation of the State. Abortion is nothing more than murder and, therefore, penalties must be toughened.” Christian groups looking to overturn homosexual marriage In the United States, a coalition of conservative groups launched a campaign last month to overturn Obergefell.  The infamous Supreme Court ruling from 2015 legalized faux homosexual marriage.  The campaign, known as the Greater Than movement, calls for protecting children from being put in the middle of such unbiblical relations.  Listen to comments from Dr. Albert Mohler, president of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.  MOHLER: “Marriage is actually the most basic institution of human civilization. You redefine marriage, you have just destroyed the house. You can put together a new house and claim it's the same. Children will know the difference. It harms children in virtually every way imaginable.” De-transitioner awarded $2 million The Epoch Times reports a New York jury found a psychologist and plastic surgeon liable for malpractice in a transgender case last week.  The doctors supported and performed a double mastectomy on a 16-year-old girl who claimed to be a boy. Fox Varian is 22 now and no longer pretends to be a boy. She was awarded two million dollars in the case. Varian is the first de-transitioner to win such a malpractice lawsuit.  Nearly 30 more de-transitioner lawsuits are in process across America. Trump stands with pharmacies for not carrying Abortion Kill Pills The Trump administration is protecting pharmacies from having to carry abortion kill pills. Under the Biden administration, the Department of Health and Human Services required pharmacies serving Medicare or Medicaid patients to carry abortion drugs. The department rescinded that mandate last week. This is part of the government's policy to “end the forced use of Federal taxpayer dollars to fund or promote elective abortion.”  Red states are growing and blue states are shrinking The U.S. Census Bureau released its latest Population and Housing Unit Estimates last week. Red states, like Texas, are growing, while blue states, like California, are shrinking.  Based on this, the American Redistricting Project released its 2030 Apportionment Forecast of how these demographic trends will affect Congress. Texas and Florida could gain a combined eight congressional seats. Meanwhile, California and New York could lose six seats. 83% of U.S. adults believe in God; 25% attend weekly religious service Pew Research released new analysis of Americans' religious beliefs and practices. The analysis shared the data as if the U.S. population were scaled down to 100 people.  In that case, 83 people would believe in God or a universal spirit. Fifty-two would believe in Heaven and Hell. Forty-four would pray daily. Thirty-eight would say religion is very important in their lives. And only 25 would say they attend religious services at least weekly.  Romans 11:5 reminds us, “Even so then, at this present time there is a remnant according to the election of grace.” U.S. life expectancy rose to 79 And finally, U.S. life expectancy rose to a record 79 years in 2024. This according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Life expectancy at birth for women rose to 81, and for men it rose to 76. Meanwhile, the age-adjusted death rate decreased nearly four percent from 2023. The increased life expectancy comes after improvements following the COVID-19 pandemic as well as declines in overdose deaths.  Close And that's The Worldview on this Wednesday, February 4th, in the year of our Lord 2026. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

Hispanoamérica se encuentra en estos momentos inmersa en un cambio de ciclo político marcado por un desplazamiento del electorado hacia la derecha. Este fenómeno, todo un "pendulazo" conservador, tuvo su punto de partida simbólico con la llegada de Javier Milei a la presidencia de Argentina a finales de 2023. Desde entonces, esta región ha encadenado una serie de victorias de candidatos de derechas que prometen orden, seguridad y más libertad económica. Sus nombres se han ido acumulando en los últimos dos años: Daniel Noboa en Ecuador, Rodrigo Paz en Bolivia tras dos décadas de dominio del MAS, José Antonio Kast en Chile, Nasry Asfura en Honduras y, hace solo unos días, Laura Fernández en Costa Rica. Este vuelco político responde a un cansancio generalizado hacia la clase política y a problemas estructurales que los gobiernos de izquierda que han sido saliendo no lograron resolver. Los ciudadanos han utilizado las urnas para castigar el deterioro de la seguridad, impulsado por el narcotráfico y la violencia de las pandillas, así como el estancamiento económico y una inflación que en algunos países no da tregua. Además, el colapso de la Venezuela chavista, que fue el referente durante veinte años, ha erosionado el atractivo de las ideas de izquierda. En este escenario la propuesta de "mano dura" contra el crimen y la reducción del aparato estatal ha encontrado un terreno fértil. Un factor determinante en este nuevo mapa político es la influencia de Donald Trump desde la Casa Blanca. El gobierno estadounidense está ejerciendo una notable presión diplomática y financiera, premia a los Gobiernos alineados con sus intereses y presiona a aquellos que mantienen relaciones estrechas con China. Presidentes como Bukele, Milei y Noboa han capitalizado su sintonía con el trumpismo. Además, la reciente caída de Maduro en Venezuela ha reforzado la percepción de que Estados Unidos está dispuesto a intervenir de forma directa o indirecta para recuperar su influencia histórica en el continente. Pero esta alineación ideológica tiene un límite infranqueable: la dependencia económica de China. A diferencia de lo que ocurría en el siglo XX, Estados Unidos ya no es el socio comercial dominante para gran parte de Sudamérica. Países como Brasil y Chile exportan mucho más a China que a EEUU, algo que ni los presidentes más alineados con el trumpismo pueden ignorar sin arriesgarse a un suicidio económico. Incluso figuras como Milei, a pesar de que se prodiga en buenos gestos hacia Trump, sabe que necesita estar a buenas con los chinos si quiere que sus políticas de apertura económica den los frutos esperados. De este modo, aunque Hispanoamérica parece decidida a adoptar modelos de derecha en otros ámbitos, en el de la economía seguirá vinculada a China. El éxito de esta nueva ola conservadora dependerá de su capacidad para ofrecer resultados tangibles en seguridad y empleo. Si estos gobiernos lo consiguen el ciclo podría durar muchos años; de lo contrario, la región seguirá atrapada en el vaivén político que la ha caracterizado durante el último siglo. En La ContraRéplica: 0:00 Introducción 3:42 Entre China y la Casa Blanca 33:14 “Contra el pesimismo”… https://amzn.to/4m1RX2R 35:12 El ICE en Minnesota 41:29 David Uclés y la guerra civil 47:21 Mantenimiento de infraestructuras · Canal de Telegram: https://t.me/lacontracronica · “Contra el pesimismo”… https://amzn.to/4m1RX2R · “Hispanos. Breve historia de los pueblos de habla hispana”… https://amzn.to/428js1G · “La ContraHistoria del comunismo”… https://amzn.to/39QP2KE · “La ContraHistoria de España. Auge, caída y vuelta a empezar de un país en 28 episodios”… https://amzn.to/3kXcZ6i · “Contra la Revolución Francesa”… https://amzn.to/4aF0LpZ · “Lutero, Calvino y Trento, la Reforma que no fue”… https://amzn.to/3shKOlK Apoya La Contra en: · Patreon... https://www.patreon.com/diazvillanueva · iVoox... https://www.ivoox.com/podcast-contracronica_sq_f1267769_1.html · Paypal... https://www.paypal.me/diazvillanueva Sígueme en: · Web... https://diazvillanueva.com · Twitter... https://twitter.com/diazvillanueva · Facebook... https://www.facebook.com/fernandodiazvillanueva1/ · Instagram... https://www.instagram.com/diazvillanueva · Linkedin… https://www.linkedin.com/in/fernando-d%C3%ADaz-villanueva-7303865/ · Flickr... https://www.flickr.com/photos/147276463@N05/?/ · Pinterest... https://www.pinterest.com/fernandodiazvillanueva Encuentra mis libros en: · Amazon... https://www.amazon.es/Fernando-Diaz-Villanueva/e/B00J2ASBXM #FernandoDiazVillanueva #hispanoamerica #trump Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

In this episode, Ashleigh offers updates on her month-long Costa Rica residency, the ladies discuss more dopamine management, and they dive deep into AI as it relates to the current state (and future) of health coaching, training, and programming. And yes, they also answer questions about why you might not be seeing the progress you're expecting even though you're doing everything right with your nutrition and training. Do you think AI is good, bad, or somewhere in between? Leave us your thoughts at musclescience4women@gmail.com, or send us a note on our website here: https://musclescienceforwomen.com/contact Join our Substack here: https://substack.com/@musclescienceforwomen  Learn more about our programs here: https://musclescienceforwomen.com Subscribe to our new YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@musclescienceforwomen   

Welcome back to another episode of School Counseling Simplified. Today I want to talk about a question that shows up in my inbox all the time. How do you stop constantly putting out fires and actually manage your limited time as a school counselor? So many counselors find themselves stuck in a reactive state. When you are constantly responding to drop ins, crises, and last minute needs, it can feel overwhelming and exhausting. My goal is to help counselors shift into a more proactive state where they can intentionally manage tier one interventions, small groups, individual counseling, and still handle the unexpected things that pop up. Today I am sharing a simple strategy to help you plan your time so you can get it all done. Start by identifying your big items. These are your classroom counseling lessons, your tier two small groups, and your individual counseling sessions. These big items should form the foundation of your schedule. When these are clearly planned and protected on your calendar, everything else becomes easier to manage. Next, think about the little items. These are random drop ins, quick check ins, and small fires that come up throughout the day or week. These will always exist, but they should not be running your schedule. Putting consistent effort into classroom lessons is one of the most effective preventative strategies you can use. When you are proactive at the tier one level, you will often see fewer referrals and fewer random drop ins over time. One practical strategy is to create a Google Sheet with your class lesson availability and have teachers sign up at the beginning of each month. You can use this same intentional scheduling process for your tier two small groups and individual counseling sessions. When these interventions are scheduled in advance, you have designated times to focus on them without feeling pulled in every direction. By using a referral based system and intentionally scheduling your tiered interventions, you may find that many of the random drop ins decrease because students are already receiving the support they need. To make this system work, there are three essential components. First, use a referral based system so you are not responding to every request in the moment. Second, use a sign on your door that clearly shows what you are doing and whether you are available. This helps students understand where you are and why you may not be able to meet immediately. Third, keep a notepad or memo sheet where students can write down that they stopped by and note the urgency of their concern. This allows you to follow up without disrupting your schedule. With a strong foundation and clear systems in place, you can move out of constant reaction mode and into a more intentional, sustainable way of running your counseling program.   Resources Mentioned: Join IMPACT Referral Forms Connect with Rachel: TpT Store Blog Instagram Facebook Page Facebook Group Pinterest Youtube   More About School Counseling Simplified: School Counseling Simplified is a podcast offering easy to implement strategies for busy school counselors. The host, Rachel Davis from Bright Futures Counseling, shares tips and tricks she has learned from her years of experience as a school counselor both in the US and at an international school in Costa Rica. You can listen to School Counseling Simplified on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more!  

Hablamos en San José con Armando González, presidente del Comité Editorial del diario digital "CR Hoy"; en Bogotá con Sandra Borda, profesora de la Universidad de los Andes, y en Nueva York con Argemino Barro, corresponsal de "El Confidencial"

El pasado viernes el departamento de Justicia liberó el segundo y definitivo lote de documentos relacionados con el caso de Jeffrey Epstein. El primero de ellos vio la luz en diciembre y este era muy esperado. En total se han liberado más de tres millones de páginas en las que también hay miles de vídeos y fotografías. Esto ofrece una perspectiva mucho más detallada de la vida de Epstein y de las privilegiadas relaciones que cultivó en vida. Eso sí, como sucedió hace algo más de un mes, esta nueva documentación también está plagada de tachaduras que el Gobierno justifica para proteger el anonimato de las víctimas. El fiscal general adjunto, Todd Blanche, ha defendido la integridad de todo el proceso. En una rueda de prensa que concedió nada más hacerse públicos los documentos aseguró que se había cumplido estrictamente con la ley y que no se estaba protegiendo a nadie, tampoco al presidente. Pero, como era de esperar, las críticas no han tardado en arreciar. Unos creen que las ediciones sobre los textos y las imágenes son demasiado agresivas y ocultan importante material que debería ser público. Otros denuncian que se ha revelado indebidamente la identidad de al menos 43 víctimas. El abogado de estas últimas, Brad Edwards, ha señalado que el departamento de Justicia conocía estos nombres de antemano, lo que podría acarrear consecuencias negativas para quienes deseaban mantener su anonimato. Entre los nombres que han vuelto al primer plano destaca el de Donald Trump. Los archivos contienen miles de menciones al actual presidente, algo que tampoco es extraño ya que es del conocimiento público que Epstein y Trump fueron amigos en los años 90. Aunque Trump insiste en que cortó toda la relación con Epstein antes de su primer arresto, la publicación de correos de Melania Trump elogiando a Ghislaine Maxwell y registros de vuelos antiguos mantienen la mirada fija sobre el inquilino de la Casa Blanca. Hasta el momento no hay pruebas de que el presidente participase en delitos sexuales. De hecho, él mismo se ha apresurado a recordar que estos documentos le absuelven de cualquier sospecha. El mundo empresarial también se ha visto salpicado. Los documentos revelan correos electrónicos con Elon Musk en los que ambos coordinaban posibles visitas a la isla de Epstein entre 2012 y 2014. Musk ha negado rotundamente haber asistido a ninguna de sus fiestas. Por su parte, Bill Gates aparece mencionado en correos donde Epstein aludía a sus problemas matrimoniales. Richard Branson, fundador de Virgin, y Serguéi Brin, fundador de Google, también aparecen en la documentación, en ambos casos por relaciones personales o de trabajo en el pasado. Brin, por ejemplo, recibió asesoría fiscal de Epstein hace casi 20 años. Por último, el caso del ex príncipe Andrés de Inglaterra continúa empeorando. En el nuevo lote de documentos aparecen fotografías suyas con una joven tendida en el suelo y la prueba de que invitó a Epstein al Palacio de Buckingham en 2010. A medida que se analizan estos millones de páginas, queda claro que, aunque la presencia en los archivos no implica necesariamente la comisión de un delito, la sombra de Epstein sigue generando una profunda incomodidad en las esferas más influyentes del poder político y económico mundial. En La ContraRéplica: 0:00 Introducción 3:55 Epstein 33:43 “Contra el pesimismo”… https://amzn.to/4m1RX2R 37:51 La caída del dólar 43:41 El hallazgo de Barbacid 47:59 Elecciones en Costa Rica · Canal de Telegram: https://t.me/lacontracronica · “Contra el pesimismo”… https://amzn.to/4m1RX2R · “Hispanos. Breve historia de los pueblos de habla hispana”… https://amzn.to/428js1G · “La ContraHistoria del comunismo”… https://amzn.to/39QP2KE · “La ContraHistoria de España. Auge, caída y vuelta a empezar de un país en 28 episodios”… https://amzn.to/3kXcZ6i · “Contra la Revolución Francesa”… https://amzn.to/4aF0LpZ · “Lutero, Calvino y Trento, la Reforma que no fue”… https://amzn.to/3shKOlK Apoya La Contra en: · Patreon... https://www.patreon.com/diazvillanueva · iVoox... https://www.ivoox.com/podcast-contracronica_sq_f1267769_1.html · Paypal... https://www.paypal.me/diazvillanueva Sígueme en: · Web... https://diazvillanueva.com · Twitter... https://twitter.com/diazvillanueva · Facebook... https://www.facebook.com/fernandodiazvillanueva1/ · Instagram... https://www.instagram.com/diazvillanueva · Linkedin… https://www.linkedin.com/in/fernando-d%C3%ADaz-villanueva-7303865/ · Flickr... https://www.flickr.com/photos/147276463@N05/?/ · Pinterest... https://www.pinterest.com/fernandodiazvillanueva Encuentra mis libros en: · Amazon... https://www.amazon.es/Fernando-Diaz-Villanueva/e/B00J2ASBXM #FernandoDiazVillanueva #epstein Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

What if the hardest part of healing isn't pain — but joy? John Kim talks with Dr. MC McDonald about grief, intimacy, self-trust, and the quiet ways we hide when connection feels unsafe. MC shares why joy has been the hardest emotion to let in, and how learning to feel safe again changes everything. A grounded, human conversation about healing while still figuring it out.

Therapists Ashley Wilfore and Sarah Louer know what it's like to have dieting and body shame passed down to you like a family heirloom. We discuss what it means to experience intergenerational trauma, how disordered eating and body hatred get inherited and perpetuated through family values and behaviors, and what it's like to grow up surrounded by diet culture in your home. Ashley and Sarah and speak with honesty, compassion, and humor about their experiences letting go of the pursuit of thinness, and trying to raise their own children while being cycle-breakers.Tune in to hear more about:- What's on their plates (hint: foods to eat when you're sick, and an ode to eggplant...)- A clinical and personal definition of “intergenerational trauma”- Being impacted by generational passing down of dieting and body shame- How the idea that starving yourself is power has been believed by their family members who were otherwise independent-minded and strong - Specific moments and vivid memories from childhood that form beliefs today- Overhearing the women they looked up to talking about their own bodies- The moments they realized they couldn't keep dieting and over-exercising - The intentional decisions they made as mothers when it comes to food and body talk- How they handle their parents' anti-fat bias todaySupport the show: Enjoying this podcast? Please support the show on Substack for bonus episodes, community engagement, and access to "Ask Abbie" at abbieattwoodwellness.substack.com/subscribe Apply for Abbie's Group Membership:Already been at this anti-diet culture thing for a while, but want community and continued learning? Apply for Abbie's monthly membership: https://www.abbieattwoodwellness.com/circle-monthly-groupSocial media:Find the show on Instagram: @fullplate.podcastFind Abbie on Instagram: @abbieattwoodwellness Podcast Cover Photography by Anya McInroyPodcast Editing by Brian WaltersThis podcast is ad-free and support comes from your support on Substack. Subscribe HERE.More About Ashley:Ashley is a wife, a mom of two boys and a clinician. She has her master's in science in forensic psychology and is working on her second advanced degree in social work. She specializes in working with people with IDD and complex needs, but really enjoys talking and working with people who have experienced family trauma and supporting others to break out of social norms.More About Sarah:Sarah is a 54-year-old mother of four living in Vermont, working in New York. She's a licensed clinical social worker, an avid traveler, foodie, and a recovering disorder dieter. She's passionate about human rights for all, and a rectal cancer survivor. She loves Costa Rica, the ocean, and craft cocktails. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit abbieattwoodwellness.substack.com/subscribe

(00:00:00) INTRO (00:10:37) La noticia no es que hay una red social donde las inteligencias artificiales comentan sin que los dueños sepan… si no que ya crearon su religión (00:43:56) TikTok accidente o de verdad ya les están metiendo censura (00:54:38) El menú (00:57:53) PATREON (01:10:43) Si todos estos dulces son peligrosos por qué no hay medios grandes hablando de esto (01:19:33) Ganó la continuidad del Cambio en Costa Rica, sí eso lo dijo ella no yo (01:27:09) España le lleva la contraria a Europa en esto de lo migrantes y legaliza un camión (01:31:53) Todas las redes sociales a juicio (01:46:08) Este no es el periodista preso al que le debemos prestar atención (01:49:07) Australia se prepara para vivir a los 50 grados a la sombra (01:52:37) Líder de la iglesia de Inglaterra (01:55:39) Apostar en política es rentable cuando nadie sabe quién eres (02:10:57) Los futurólogos dicen que la cosa va a ser híbrida, vida eterna y sueldo básico universal (02:20:15) Para entender la política hay que entender la lucha libre (02:29:41) Y mientras tanto el mapa del Cáucaso va cambiando (02:33:56) Cuando eres el jefe de seguridad y subes cualquier cosa a ChatGPT (02:35:08) Ok esta semana ¿qué toca Irán? (02:40:16) Epstein temporada 3 (02:44:29) Digan lo que quieran de Trump pero Europa tuvo que moverse finalmente (02:48:20) Le dieron un negocio a una IA y se volvió comunista (02:50:22) Por qué me debe importar el presidente de esta banco central (02:53:39) Deutsche bank bajo sospecha (02:55:15) EXTRA - Por qué la generación Harry Potter debe crecer COMO DIJIMOS EN EL EPISODIO LA MERCH ESTÁ AQUÍ 🤾👉👉👉https://quesevayantodos-shop.fourthwall.com/collections/all LE PUEDES COMPRAR A UN PANA LA SUSCRIPCIÓN CON TARJETA DE REGALO 🤾👉👉👉 https://www.patreon.com/profesorbriceno/gift O COMPRAR UNA GIFT CARD DE PATREON EN 🤾👉👉👉 https://rewarble.com/brands/patreon 🔹 EPISODIO COMPLETO Y PARTICIPACION EN VIVO EN 💻https://www.patreon.com/profesorbriceno 🔸 Las Grabaciones pueden verse en vivo en TWITCH 🖥️https://www.twitch.tv/profesorbriceno SUSCRÍBETE AL PODCAST POR AUDIO EN CUALQUIER PLATAFORMA ⬇️  AQUÍ LAS ENCUENTRAS TODAS: ➡️➡️➡️ https://pod.link/676871115 los más populares 🎧 SPOTIFY ⬇️   https://open.spotify.com/show/3rFE3ZP8OXMLUEN448Ne5i?si=1cec891caf6c4e03 🎧 APPLE PODCASTS ⬇️   https://podcasts.apple.com/es/podcast/que-se-vayan-todos/id676871115 🎧 GOOGLE PODCASTS ⬇️   https://www.ivoox.com/en/podcast-que-se-vayan-todos_sq_f11549_1.html 🎧 FEED PARA CUALQUIER APP DE PODCASTS ⬇️   https://www.ivoox.com/en/podcast-que-se-vayan-todos_sq_f11549_1.html Si te gustó, activa la campanita 🔔 🎭  FECHAS DE PRESENTACIONES ⬇ ️ http://www.profesorbriceno.com/tour Redes sociales: ✏️Web https://www.profesorbriceno.com ✏️Instagram https://www.instagram.com/profesorbriceno/ ✏️X https://x.com/profesorbriceno ✏️Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profesorbricenoOficial/ #profesorbriceño #aburrido #podcast #noticias #trump #IA

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I want to hear your thoughts about the show and this episode. Text us here...In this episode of Casa De Confidence, Julie DeLucca-Collins sits down with acclaimed wildlife artist and gallery owner James Corwin for a powerful conversation about creativity, confidence, and building a sustainable business as an artist.James shares how growing up immersed in nature shaped his artistic voice, why discovering painting later in life changed everything, and how a single rhino painting sparked a breakthrough that transformed his career. Together, Julie and James explore the emotional power of storytelling through art, the importance of conservation, and how creativity can move people deeply, sometimes even to tears.This episode also dives into the realities of entrepreneurship for creatives. James opens up about the pressures of scaling too fast, the stress of running a second gallery, and the hard lessons he learned about focus, boundaries, and staying in his lane. His honesty about burnout, anxiety, and redefining success will resonate with anyone navigating growth while protecting their well-being.You'll also hear how travel fuels James' inspiration, from Africa to Costa Rica to underwater worlds discovered through scuba diving, and how he uses his art to support conservation efforts like Yellowstone Forever.Whether you're an artist, entrepreneur, or simply someone craving a more intentional, meaningful life, this conversation is a reminder that success doesn't have to come at the cost of your health or joy.In this episode, you'll learn:Why storytelling and emotion are at the heart of meaningful art The mindset shift creatives need to build profitable businesses Lessons learned from closing a high-stress gallery locationHow art can support conservation and environmental awareness Learn more about James' work, original paintings, prints, and commissions: https://www.jamescorwin.com https://corwingalleries.com Instagram Support the showOther helpful resources for you: For more about me and what I do, check out my website. Are you ready to get some help with:Podcast launch/re-launchPodcast growth, to increase your authority and position yourself as the thought leader you are. Or Leveraging your podcast to build your online biz and get more clientsSign up for a FREE 30 minute Confident Podcast Potential Discovery Call In this session I will: Identify the pain point that is holding you back. Suggest a next step strategy for solving the pain point.https://calendly.com/goconfidentlycoaching/30-minutes-free-coaching-sessioin Then we will talk about working together to accelerate the process. Do you want a podcast audit? Check out this link If you're looking for support to grow your business faster, be positioned as an authority in your industry, and impact the masses, schedule a call to explore if you'd be a good fit for one of my coaching programs. ...

Guest: Professor Evan Ellis. Ellis discusses the Costa Rican election, where center-right candidate Laura Fernandezholds a commanding lead. He describes her as a technocrat focused on combating drug-fueled crime and continuing pro-business policies, noting she is on track to potentially win the presidency in the first round.1890 COSTA RICA

We look at the new law allowing foreign companies to operate in Venezuela’s oil industry, and what that means for the country. Then: France’s push for digital sovereignty. Plus: Emma Nelson samples the UK’s best croissant. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hablamos en Washington con María Molina, corresponsal de N+ Univisión y La FM de RCN; en San José con Armando González de "CR Noticias" y Francisco Chaves Espinach de "La Nación", y en Panamá con Fernando Quijano de "La República" de Bogotá

La candidata oficialista de derecha Laura Fernández, apoyada por el presidente costarricense Rodrigo Chaves, es la favorita para imponerse en las presidenciales del domingo 1° de febrero, una elección marcada por los temas de seguridad y violencia. Fernández podría ganar en primera vuelta, aunque nuestros entrevistados, los politólogos Ilka Treminios y Ronald Alfaro, estiman que nada está escrito.  Este domingo Costa Rica celebra comicios para elegir presidente y a los 57 integrantes de la Asamblea Legislativa. Hay un abanico de 20 candidatos, pero la favorita según las encuestas es la candidata oficialista Laura Fernández, que registra un 43,8 % de intención de voto, según una reciente encuesta del Centro de Investigación y Estudios Políticos de la Universidad de Costa Rica. Ese dato es monumental para un país de 5,2 millones de habitantes, donde con una mayoría relativa del 40 % en las urnas se puede acceder a la presidencia. La analista política Ilka Treminios, profesora de la Universidad de Costa Rica, estima que el rol del presidente saliente Rodrigo Chaves en la popularidad de Fernández explica en buena medida ese favoritismo. Fernández, arrastrada por la popularidad de Chaves  "Laura Fernández tiene la ventaja de que el presidente Chaves está cerrando el periodo de gobierno con una popularidad elevadísima, prácticamente nunca vista. Además, tiene una ventaja adicional: la Presidencia ha puesto a disposición [de ella] recursos tanto del poder como institucionales a favor de la campaña. [Ha habido] apariciones públicas de respaldo del presidente, así como de otras figuras clave de este Gobierno, que también gozan de mucha popularidad. Adicionalmente, hay un llamado de parte del Ejecutivo desde hace muchos meses para que las personas voten y elijan 40 diputados afines. Se busca crear un efecto arrastre, un escenario de mayoría legislativa, que en el caso costarricense hace muchísimos años no tenemos, pues siempre contamos con una Asamblea muy fragmentada", concluye Treminios. La candidata de derecha Fernández ha prometido mano dura en materia de seguridad, pero no es la única. La lucha contra la violencia y el crimen organizado ha sido el eje principal de esta campaña. Costa Rica, que fue durante años uno de los países más seguros de Latinoamérica, registra ahora una media de 17 homicidios por cada 100.000 habitantes, cifras cercanas a las de Guatemala o Brasil. El investigador y politólogo Ronald Alfaro destaca el rol del narcotráfico en este giro para la nación centroamericana. Costa Rica vive una crisis de violencia e inseguridad  "Costa Rica enfrenta actualmente una crisis de violencia e inseguridad que se refleja, sobre todo, en el aumento de homicidios. A esto se suma la presencia creciente del crimen organizado y el trasiego de drogas, fenómenos que antes no tenían el peso que tienen hoy en el país. En el pasado existía principalmente un mercado local, pero ahora Costa Rica no solo funciona como punto de tránsito para el narcotráfico internacional, sino que también se ha convertido en territorio donde se mueve y distribuye droga. Esta situación ha puesto en serios aprietos a las autoridades. El Gobierno no ha logrado articular una estrategia efectiva para enfrentarlo, aunque sí ha mostrado habilidad para desviar la atención pública hacia otros temas, especialmente de cara a las próximas elecciones".  Una continuidad que parece posible según las encuestas, pues detrás de Fernández hay candidatos con apenas un 5 % y un 8 % de intención de voto. No obstante, ambos analistas coinciden en que nada está dicho y que el porcentaje de indecisos, estimado en un 30 %, aún podría hacer la diferencia.

In 2001, a wealthy American couple moved to Costa Rica to build a multimillion-dollar home and wildlife sanctuary in the rain forest. In their lavish estate patrolled by armed guards, John and Ann Bender found themselves more isolated as the couple dealt with debilitating illness, bipolar disorder, and growing paranoia. When tragedy struck in 2010, authorities were left to wonder whether what happened was an accident, suicide, or murder. What followed was a legal saga which lasted years and grabbed the world's attention. To this day, what happened that night at the Boracayan Estate remains the subject of debate.From Blanchard House, Exactly Right Media, and iHeartPodcasts comes “Hell in Heaven: A Mysterious Death in Paradise.” Host Becky Milligan traces John and Ann Bender's lives in the Costa Rican jungle and seeks the truth about what happened in the couple's opulent rain forest estate. The eight-part series explores how cultural differences, personal demons, and the estranging influence of the wild contributed to the tragedy.OUR SPOILER-FREE REVIEWS OF "HELL IN HEAVEN" IN THE FINAL 12 MINUTES OF THE EPISODE. For exclusive podcasts and more, sign up at Patreon.Sign up for our newsletter at crimewriterson.com.This show was recorded in The Caitlin Rogers Project Studio. Click to find out more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Some of the hardest questions we bring into therapy aren't about what happened — they're about why it hit so deeply. In this episode, we explore the quiet, uncomfortable moments many people struggle to name:the anxiety between dates, the sudden loss of attraction, the grief that feels bigger than a divorce, and the confusion of wanting connection while needing boundaries. These aren't dramatic relationship crises — they're quiet inner conflicts that many people carry alone. Naming them is often the first step toward clarity, self-respect, and emotional safety. If any of these questions sound familiar, this episode is for you. Host Links: Surf, Sex & Pancakes - Join John Kim for a surf retreat in Costa Rica. More information: HERE Sign up HERE

RESOURCES- Enjoy the BOGO offer of Golden Bliss from Earth Echo going to freesuperfoodbliss.com Golden Bliss is a turmeric-based superfood blend for inflammation, support and radiant energy.- Join me in Lotus Rising Premium Coaching at danettecoaching.com- Listen to Healing Hip Pain From the Inside Out Part 1 hereCONNECT WITH DANETTEInstagram: @thedanettemayFacebook: Danette MayTikTok: @thedanettemayNEW TV Show on Youtube: @TheDanetteMayListen to The Danette May ShowRead my book: danettemay.com/embraceabundancebookGet The Rise book: therisebook.comWork with Danette: danettemay.comIn part 2 of my Healing Hip Pain From the Inside Out series on The Danette May Show, I continue sharing my personal healing journey from Costa Rica as I listen more deeply to what my body has been holding onto for decades. I talk openly about chronic hip pain, frozen mobility, and how physical symptoms are often rooted in stored emotional trauma and subconscious patterns. This episode explores the connection between the body, memory, and healing through ancient modalities, frequency work, hypnosis, and somatic awareness rather than quick fixes or surgery.This episode is an invitation to reflect on your own pain and ask what your body may be communicating beneath the surface. I share insights on nervous system regulation, feminine embodiment, releasing stored trauma, and reclaiming personal power by slowing down and truly listening. If you are experiencing hip pain, chronic discomfort, emotional tension, or feeling called into deeper healing, part 2 of Healing Hip Pain From the Inside Out offers perspective, compassion, and hope that healing is possible when we address the root rather than the symptom.IN THIS EPISODE:(0:00) Why Costa Rica became part of my healing journey(0:25) How my hip pain revealed the intelligence of my body(2:27) Why I created golden bliss and how it supports healing(4:10) How emotional trauma shows up as physical pain(8:27) The powerful healing modality I discovered in Costa Rica(10:34) What my subconscious revealed during deep healing work(16:22) Why ancient healing practices are returning now(19:48) How I am reclaiming my energy and setting new boundaries(20:59) My invitation for you to begin your own healing journey

Hey Friends~  Have you ever thought, “I understand my child just fine… so maybe their speech isn't really a problem” ? Or wondered, “Maybe they'll just grow out of their listening struggles as they grow,”  but the waiting is really hard!  You're not alone. And you're not wrong for wondering! Some of the most common beliefs—ones that make complete sense to caring parents—can quietly delay the support kids need for speech, listening, and learning. In this episode, we're busting a few of those myths.  Not with judgment. Just  clear, compassionate, and practical insight you can use right away. If you've ever wondered whether something really matters for your toddler, preschooler, or young elementary-age child, and asked yourself, “Is this just a phase they'll grow out of?”  Then, this episode is for you. Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com COMMENT? QUESTION?  Leave a voice message!  https://castfeedback.com/play   YOUR NEXT STEPS: 5 Ways To Get Your Kids To Listen Better: https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/7ca5ce43-d436ea91 “Play is…”  Sign up for the Newsletter:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/newsletter-optin 21 Days of Encouragement:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup To discuss working together:  https://calendly.com/hello-play/strategy-session For Workshops, Speaking Events, or Partnerships:  https://calendly.com/hello-play/discovery-session ** For Speaking Engagements, Workshops, or Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com   APPROVED RESOURCE AND OPPORTUNITY:  Sign up for a family trip to Costa Rica!!   2026 is a year for deeper connection at Family Talks Retreat in Costa Rica

Sometimes the best lessons in life don't come from people. They come from watching how the wild survives. Show Notes In this episode of Shark Theory, Baylor reflects on his time in Costa Rica and the unexpected lessons he learned from observing animals in their natural environment. From a raccoon that mastered the art of getting fed, to iguanas that move confidently without concern for anyone else's rhythm, to howler monkeys that lead from higher ground, each encounter reveals a powerful truth about focus, adaptability, and peace. Animals don't overthink. They don't chase validation. They don't argue with reality. They observe, adapt, and do what works to survive and thrive. Baylor challenges you to stop overcomplicating life, stop marching to someone else's beat, and start living with clarity, confidence, and intention. Sometimes the key to longevity, success, and peace is learning when to observe, when to adapt, and when to rise above the noise. What You'll Learn in This Episode Why simplicity often beats overthinking How observing what works leads to better results The danger of marching to someone else's rhythm What animals teach us about confidence and focus Why leadership often means operating from higher ground How slowing down reveals hidden beauty in life Featured Quote "Survival isn't about doing more. It's about doing what works and staying true to your rhythm."

I'm recording from Nicaragua with a real-time life + business update because everything is shifting. I'm rebranding beyond "biohacking" into women's longevity, intuitive health, and living in alignment. I'm also introducing The LongHer Life Community, my private community with weekly protocols, biweekly calls + Q&As, and exclusive guest interviews. And I'm sharing why my family is in Central America, what we're optimizing for with Callahan, and why we're considering a nature-first move. If you want health to feel simpler and more sustainable, this episode is for you. I TALK ABOUT:  04:45 - Why stress, misalignment, and nervous system dysregulation accelerate aging 05:30 - Launching The LongHer Life Community model 09:55 - Building realistic morning + evening routines for moms with limited time 11:25 - What members actually get inside the community and why it's designed to be "premium" 13:20 - Costa Rica retreat update and what's coming next 14:15 - Why the family is traveling Central America to find the healthiest home base 22:00 - The stress-to-health tradeoff: When "affording health" starts harming health 35:50 - Winter living, light exposure, mood, and the lifestyle biology mismatch 40:55 - Why Panama didn't fit and what the family is optimizing for instead 45:00 - Business freedom, land flexibility, and why local culture supports entrepreneurship 50:05 - Community living, slow life, and why it feels regulating 54:00 - The long-term plan: Split-year living, travel rhythm, and family logistics 1:03:20 - Safety, savings strategy, and why "not all eggs in one basket" matters RESOURCES: Join my NEW private community at thelongherlife.com for ongoing protocols, live coaching, and deeper support. Join me in Costa Rica for Optimize Her, a 5-night luxury women's retreat in Costa Rica with yoga, healing rituals, and biohacking workshops—only 12 spots available. Download the non-toxic baby registry guide to reduce toxic exposure and make confident, evidence-informed choices for your family—free. Explore my luxury retreats designed to restore your nervous system, optimize health, and support true longevity. LET'S CONNECT: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music

Hablamos en Washington con Michael Shifter de la Universidad de Georgetown; en San José con Gustavo Araya-Martínez de la Universidad de Costa Rica, y en Ciudad de México con Gabriela Siller Pagaza, directora de Análisis Económico del Banco Base.

Gracie Brito, the second Frisco 16-year-old involved in a weekend sledding accident that left another girl dead, has also died. Gracie, a sophomore at Wakeland High School, sustained injuries during a sledding accident Sunday. In other news, as the winter storm hit North Texas this week, Clay Lewis Jenkins was in Costa Rica, despite a state law requiring him to be in the country during a weather emergency; State Attorney General Ken Paxton wants two Texas school districts — including Grapevine-Colleyville ISD — to turn over documents related to plans to rent facilities to the Islamic Games of North America for an athletic competition; and Minnesota Timberwolves big man and Plano native Julius Randle had a nice homecoming game at American Airlines Center last night, scoring a game-high 31 points. The T-Wolves beat a short-handed Dallas Mavericks team 118-105. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After betrayal, many couples believe they're struggling with communication—but what's really happening is much deeper. Betrayal doesn't just break trust; it rewires the nervous system, changing how safety is experienced inside the relationship. In this episode, we explore why conversations feel loaded after betrayal, why small behaviors can feel overwhelming, and how nervous system responses—like defensiveness, shutdown, or hypervigilance—keep couples stuck in painful cycles. You'll learn why this isn't about being “too sensitive” or “never enough,” but about how the body responds when relational safety has been compromised.Whether you are a betrayed partner, the one rebuilding trust, or a couple navigating healing together, this episode offers compassionate insight, practical nervous system tools, and a powerful reframe that helps interrupt the trauma loop—without blame or shame.Connect With Me + Continue Your HealingIf today's episode resonated with you, you don't have to walk the healing journey after betrayal alone. I create trauma-informed resources, conversations, and learning experiences to support individuals and couples navigating infidelity, betrayal trauma, and relational repair.Here are a few ways to stay connected and continue your healing:Join me at a Retreat or IntensiveIf you're craving deeper, in-person support and embodied healing, I'm helping facilitate two upcoming experiences created specifically for betrayed partners. The Courage to Thrive Betrayal Trauma Intensive takes place March 17–20 in Spanish Fork, Utah and offers a structured, trauma-informed space to understand betrayal trauma, regulate your nervous system, and rebuild self-trust. Later this year, the Rise, Renew, Restore Retreat in Costa Rica, happening July 20–25, offers a more spacious, restorative experience focused on slowing down, reconnecting with your body, and healing in the presence of nature and supportive community. Free Resources & DownloadsAccess free tools, guided practices, and educational resources designed to support nervous system regulation, self-trust, boundaries, and clarity after betrayal.

Editors Jimmy Lovaas and Joe Veyera discuss the shooting and protests in Minneapolis, plus more on South Korea and Japan's defense ministers meeting, an election in Costa Rica, Colombia's president visiting the White House, and the Winter Olympics in Italy.Subscribe to the show: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and many more. These stories and others are also available in our free weekly Forecast newsletter.This episode includes work from Factal editors Joe Veyera, David Wyllie, Michael Archer, Theresa Seiger, and Alex Moore. Produced and edited by Jimmy Lovaas. Music courtesy of Andrew Gospe. Have feedback, suggestions, or events we've missed? Drop us a note: hello@factal.comWhat's Factal? Created by the founders of Breaking News, Factal alerts companies to global incidents that pose an immediate risk to their people or business operations. We provide trusted verification, precise incident mapping, and a collaboration platform for corporate security, travel safety, and emergency management teams. If you're a company interested in a trial, please email sales@factal.com. To learn more, visit Factal.com, browse the Factal blog or email us at hello@factal.com.Read the full episode description and transcript on Factal's blog.Copyright © 2026 Factal. All rights reserved.

What makes Costa Rica stand out in the e-mobility scene? In this episode, our host Phil Kehoe speaks with Silvia Rojas, Executive Director of the Costa Rica sustainable mobility organization ASOMOVE, to provide a breakdown on how the Central American country made such significant progress on their climate goals. Then, co-host Adam Lake joins the discussion for some insight and analysis on Costa Rica's road ahead and what it means to live 'pura vida.' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hi dear soul, this winter I took an intentional extended pause from creating, guiding, sessions, socials, podcasting, retreat planning and prioritized REST. It was time to sit and reflect on my body of work, and listen to what is wanting to come next. As I emerge from this cocoon, I felt called to share a mini life update and in this very free flowing episode, I also open up about some of what I have been moving through this season. If you have felt like you've been in a holding pattern, inside a pressure cooker, this one is for you. I also share about an exciting new offering called Higher Self Healings, which is a virtual one-on-one energy clearing, healing and activation session for women on their soul purpose path. I am only opening up my calendar for these sessions this spring. ✨WAYS TO WORK WITH ME: this SPRING 2026Virtual 1-1 SessionsHigher Self Healings - a guided divine feminine breathwork, light language & energetic transmission to clear stagnation from your emotional body, recalibrate your connection to your Higher Self, and embody your divine sovereign soul power // Book HereVirtual Community MembershipHeld Healers - a sacred online sanctuary for intuitive women & spiritual entrepreneurs that are awakening and deepening into their soul gifts, stepping into their purpose path, creating soul-aligned offerings, and desire to be held, seen and supported in intimate community. We meet 2x a month for 90 minutes on Wednesday's 11am to 12:30pm Eastern // websiteSacred Feminine RetreatsThe Radiance Retreat - a 7-day embodiment retreat to reawaken your feminine radiance, confidence, and magnetism in Costa Rica this February 8-14, 2026 ---- 1 spot left! // website & apply hereTriple Moon Goddess Retreat - an intimate 8-day womb healing and feminine embodiment journey in Guatemala this June 13-20, 2026 // website & apply hereTune into this YouTube video where I share about Leading with Divine Feminine Power Now on the Mic Drop Sun Drip Show with Lo Guerrieri // watch video hereAs always, thank you so much for being here with me and being a part of my community. It truly means the world to me.Want to connect on Instagram? @stephaniepereiralimaxoxo

Con los mensajes de cierres de campaña y las encuestas finales de CIEP/UCR y Demoscopia, de mitad de semana, entramos este miércoles a medianoche en veda electoral. Mientras cinco candidatos presidenciales se enfrentarán por última vez en el ya acostumbrado “debate final” de Teletica (Canal 7) este jueves, el partido oficialista y su candidata ofrecerán un baile; una actividad que de acuerdo con las reglas del juego electoral deberá ser privado, a puerta cerrada. Sobre la recta final de la campaña presidencial costarricense conversamos con Rotsay Rosales, del Observatorio de la Política Nacional, OPNA de la Universidad de Costa Rica.

In this episode, John Kim shares a simple moment from the ocean that became a powerful lesson about relationships and emotional repair. While learning to surf in Costa Rica, two very different encounters in the water reveal why ruptures are unavoidable—but repair is everything. One moment of anger leads to disconnection. One moment of acknowledgment leads to instant safety and ease. John also shares details about his upcoming surf retreat in Costa Rica—a space to slow down, regulate the nervous system, build real connection, and experience the healing power of the ocean together. A reminder that the strength of any relationship isn't measured by how little we rupture—but by how willing we are to repair.

I'm writing these “show notes” to you on Saturday, January 23rd as I prepare for what appears to be a terrible storm in North Carolina. A week ago I returned home from a much different place, Costa Rica. I was back at Rythmia, sitting with the medicine that is Ayahuasca. I left a week of healing, and came back to a new storm, one in the form of snow, rain, and ice, as well as another ICE storm in Minneapolis.  I turned on my microphone and talked for about 22 minutes. It's just started to sleet as I type this to you, so I'm keeping this email short as I'll likely lose power here for a couple of days. Coincidentally, I talk about power in this episode.  Thank you for your time, and if you're in the eye of this upcoming storm, I'm sending you love.  Resources from this episode:Discount link to RythmiaFlorence + The Machine's Choreomania on Spotify Book recommendations:I love a good personal development book, and you do too, right? I've compiled a list of book recommendations, as mentioned in past episodes. Check out these amazing book recommendations here. Happy reading!   MSN is supported by:We love the sponsors that make our show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: andreaowen.com/sponsors/ Episode link: http://andreaowen.com/podcast/713 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

in this episode I talk about why expression is the literal KEY to attracting everything you've ever wanted... people, opportunities, things... they can only come to you if you are doing exactly THIS. ♥︎ 

We would like to thank this week's PetaPixel Podcast sponsor, OM SYSTEM. They have been a big supporter of PetaPixel over the years and we were lucky enough to recently get the chance to travel to Costa Rica with OM SYSTEM Ambassador and Master Bird Photographer Ben Knoot, and it was an amazing experience. You can watch the episode on our YouTube channel.Did Chris and Jordan's journey to Costa Rica inspire you to capture your own travel moments? OM SYSTEM is running a street and travel photo contest right now.Grand Prize: OM-3 or OM-5 Camera Kit + WANDRD camera bagHow to Enter:Post your best street or travel photo on Instagram (must be a NEW post)Use hashtag #TravelWithOMSYSTEMTag @omsystem.camerasComplete your entry hereDeadline: February 16th Winners Announced: March 2ndEnter the contest today!Last week, we found out that the Z-mount might not be quite as open as we previously thought because Nikon is suing Viltrox. While right now it could be as simple as seeking royalties for using the mount, it could also just as easily end up being a similar situation to Canon, who runs a closed mount. Check out PetaPixel Merch: store.petapixel.com/ We use Riverside to record The PetaPixel Podcast in our online recording studio.We hope you enjoy the podcast and we look forward to hearing what you think. If you like what you hear, please support us by subscribing, liking, commenting, and reviewing! Every week, the trio go over comments on YouTube and here on PetaPixel, but if you'd like to send a message for them to hear, you can do so through SpeakPipe.In This Episode:00:00 - Intro (and Chris's favorite bird photos from Costa Rica)17:43 - Leica is reportedly considering a sale: https://petapixel.com/2026/01/26/leica-camera-considering-selling-a-majority-stake-for-1-2-billion-report/21:59 - TTArtisan chose a unique color scheme for this lens: https://petapixel.com/2026/01/23/this-might-be-the-ugliest-lens-ive-ever-seen/25:25 - Ektar and Tri-X join Kodak's line of directly distributed films: https://petapixel.com/2026/01/21/ektar-and-tri-x-are-now-being-distributed-directly-by-kodak/29:37 - Sony has a new global shutter, square sensor: https://petapixel.com/2026/01/19/sonys-newest-global-shutter-image-sensors-are-square-and-speedy/31:35 - Nikon ZR gets its first firmware update: https://petapixel.com/2026/01/26/nikon-zr-update-extends-max-recording-time-to-6-hours/37:28 - Nikon is Suing Viltrox: https://petapixel.com/2026/01/21/nikon-files-lawsuit-against-viltrox-in-china-over-z-mount-patent-report/57:27 - What have you been up to?1:01:55 - Tech support1:24:57 - Feel good stories of the week

En este episodio, Miguel conversa con María Sánchez, una profesional con un impacto notable en la formación de analistas de conducta en España y Latinoamérica. La charla gira en torno al Behavioral Skills Training (BST) o Entrenamiento de Habilidades Conductuales: qué es, cómo se aplica en la práctica y por qué sigue siendo una de las herramientas más efectivas para entrenar tanto a profesionales como a familias. María comparte su recorrido profesional, que comienza en Inglaterra en un centro para niños con autismo y evoluciona hacia su trabajo en PECS, donde encontró su vocación inesperada en la supervisión y formación de otros profesionales. Trabajó en la capacitación de profesionales en Argentina, Uruguay, Chile, Costa Rica y España, observando de primera mano el poder transformador de la comunicación aumentativa, especialmente en niños no verbales que comienzan a desarrollar estructuras de lenguaje más complejas. Durante la pandemia, y tras el cierre inicial en Italia, María reinventó su práctica y creó 360 Online, un proyecto de formación remota para garantizar que profesionales en regiones aisladas pudieran acceder a entrenamientos RBT e IBT de calidad. Desde entonces, ha formado a cientos de estudiantes a través de clases sincrónicas, colaboraciones con centros en Latinoamérica y sesiones a distancia altamente prácticas. Miguel y María profundizan en el procedimiento BST —instrucciones, modelado, juego de roles y retroalimentación—, explorando cómo implementarlo eficazmente con adultos, cómo dar feedback específico sin sobrecargar, y cómo equilibrar correcciones con reconocimiento positivo. También dialogan sobre las ventajas y desafíos de entrenar a distancia, la importancia ética de proteger la privacidad de clientes y familias, la necesidad de fomentar ambientes de aprendizaje seguros y empoderadores, el rol del telehealth en la generalización de habilidades y las demandas formativas reales en España y Latinoamérica, donde muchos profesionales tienen apenas una o dos horas semanales para cumplir con las 40 horas requeridas. Antes de cerrar, María ofrece consejos esenciales para quienes están en el campo del análisis de conducta, subrayando la importancia del trabajo en equipo, la práctica deliberada y la humildad profesional. BOP in English: BST with María Sánchez In this episode, Miguel speaks with María Sánchez, a professional with a remarkable impact on the training of behavior analysts across Spain and Latin America. The conversation centers on Behavioral Skills Training (BST)—what it is, how it is applied in practice, and why it remains one of the most effective tools for training both professionals and families. María shares her professional journey, which began in England at a center for children with autism and later led her to her work with PECS, where she unexpectedly discovered her passion for supervision and professional training. She provided training to professionals in Argentina, Uruguay, Chile, Costa Rica, and Spain, witnessing firsthand the transformative power of augmentative communication, especially in nonverbal children who begin developing more complex language structures. During the pandemic—and after the initial shutdown in Italy—María reinvented her practice and created 360 Online, a remote training project designed to ensure that professionals in isolated regions could access high-quality RBT and IBT training. Since then, she has trained hundreds of students through synchronous classes, collaborations with centers across Latin America, and highly practical remote sessions. Miguel and María dive into the *BST procedure—instructions, modeling, role play, and feedback—*discussing how to implement it effectively with adults, how to provide specific feedback without overwhelming, and how to balance corrections with positive reinforcement. They also explore the advantages and challenges of remote training, the ethical importance of protecting client and family privacy, the need to foster safe and empowering learning environments, the role of telehealth in skill generalization, and the training demands faced in Spain and Latin America, where many practitioners have only one or two hours per week to complete the required 40 hours. Before wrapping up, María shares essential advice for those in the field of behavior analysis, emphasizing teamwork, deliberate practice, and professional humility.

Welcome back to another episode of School Counseling Simplified! Happy January! Today we are talking all about Boom Cards and answering a question I get asked often. Are Boom Cards still relevant in school counseling today? I first started using Boom Cards in 2020 during the shift to virtual learning. Fast forward to now, and the answer is still a resounding yes. Boom Cards are absolutely relevant and incredibly useful across all tiers of support. Boom Cards are interactive digital flashcards that help students practice skills and learn new concepts in a fun and engaging way. They are flexible, easy to use, and can be adapted for in-person or virtual settings. Here are a few ways to use Boom Cards across all three tiers. Tier 1 classroom lessons Boom Cards are a great addition to class lessons. They can be used as a standalone lesson, such as a Meet the Counselor activity, or as a supplement to an existing lesson. They work especially well as a review activity at the end of a lesson, such as bullying prevention or friendship skills. Boom Cards can be posted in Google Classroom or screen-shared during virtual lessons. Tier 2 small groups Boom Cards are an excellent engagement tool for small groups. You can divide students into teams and have them work through Boom Cards together to introduce or reinforce a concept. They also work well as discussion starters. For virtual small groups, Boom Card links can be shared ahead of time as homework to help bridge the gap between home and school. Tier 3 individual counseling Individual sessions offer the most flexibility when using Boom Cards. You can choose cards based on the specific skill or concern you are addressing. Students can play alongside you and talk through their choices and thought process, which provides great insight and encourages reflection. Boom Cards are a simple and effective way to enhance your existing counseling curriculum while keeping students engaged and motivated.   Resources Mentioned: Join IMPACT Boom Cards Super Bundle 5 Ways to Use Boom Cards in the Classroom How to Use Boom Cards in School Counseling 10 Reasons to Use Boom Cards in Your School Counseling Program Are Boom Cards Still Relevant Connect with Rachel: TpT Store Blog Instagram Facebook Page Facebook Group Pinterest Youtube   More About School Counseling Simplified: School Counseling Simplified is a podcast offering easy to implement strategies for busy school counselors. The host, Rachel Davis from Bright Futures Counseling, shares tips and tricks she has learned from her years of experience as a school counselor both in the US and at an international school in Costa Rica. You can listen to School Counseling Simplified on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more!    

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Today we have Veronica. She is 52 years old, lives in Alabama and she had her last drink on May 1st, 2000.   This episode is brought to you by:   Sign up and get 10% off: Better Help Soberlink – claim your $100 enrollment bonus   Upcoming Events with Recovery Elevator   February 21st – 28th we are traveling to Costa Rica. The event is full, but you can email info@recoveryelevator.com to get on the waiting list.   August 12th – 16th we will be having our annual Bozeman retreat. Registration opens on April 1st at 9am Eastern Time.   October 17th – 24th we will host our Sober Ukelele Retreat in Costa Rica   [03:07] Thoughts from Paul:   Paul wants to talk about the exploration he mentioned at the end of last week's intro. When you first quit drinking, things kind of happen to you – sleep improves, your head clears and maybe a hobby resurfaces on it's own. It's passive.   But at some point, you realize that your not just not drinking anymore. You're actually living. And you get to decide what that looks like. This is the intentional phase where you stop wandering and start exploring with purpose.   Now is the time to think about some things that you may have wanted to do but didn't have the space for because alcohol consumed it all. Now you have the bandwidth to explore what you want to make space for in your life.   This week, Paul wants you to ask yourself, "what's one thing I've been curious about that I haven't made time for?" Just one small piece of unexplored territory.   Next week we will talk about what happens when you start building momentum but for now, just pick your direction. The expedition starts with a single step – now take it.   [7:40] Paul introduces Veronica:   Veronica is British but has lived in the US for about 15 years. She is married and has two sons. Veronica has worked as a psychotherapist and sobriety coach for many years, has written three books and has a strong online presence in the recovery space with Soberful (also the name of her most recent book).   Veronica started drinking when she was around age 13. She felt like it fixed the issues she had with being uncomfortable in her own skin. She says she was a binge drinker and began to use hallucinogenic drugs which impacted her negatively and triggered major anxiety for which she used alcohol to control.   Veronica was always looking for help for her anxiety and depression but never considered alcohol was contributing. When she moved to Florida, she met someone sober and it changed her outlook. Additionally, she was taking college courses in addiction counseling and after brief time of accidental sobriety, she began attending 12 step meetings to learn more about the people she planned to help.   Initially she didn't identify with anyone at the meetings until someone spoke about fear. Veronica says this was her moment of clarity. Veronica feels that fear is the engine of an alcohol problem and it manifests anxiety and panic attacks in a lot of people.   Veronica went all in with getting a sponsor and doing the steps, becoming a therapist and began to work in a rehab. At 3 years sober, she hit an emotional rock bottom and discovered the work of emotional sobriety. She has discovered that this is 90% of the work of getting sober. Veronica acknowledges that working on emotional sobriety is a lifelong journey and changing our perceptions of things to overcome resentment is an important part of it.   Veronica Valli Soberful Veronica's Instagram   Recovery Elevator It all starts from the inside out. I love you guys. We can do this. Café RE Sobriety Tracker iTunes  RE YouTube  

in this episode, I'm joined by Jess and we talk about marketing, the coaching industry & our bold opinions about it all... plus, where we're heading in our brands in 2026. you can check out Jess on IG here and her podcast here. ♥︎ 

SEGMENT 9: COSTA RICA ELECTION AND PANAMA CANAL TENSIONS Guest: Professor Evan Ellis (US Army War College) Ellis examines Costa Rica's upcoming election amid concerns over giant prison construction projects. Discussion turns to unresolved Panama Canal disputes where Chinese interference continues challenging American interests. Regional dynamics shift as nations balance between Washington's demands and Beijing's economic inducements throughout Central America.1898 BRUSSELS

SHOW SCHEDULE 1-22-20251954 BRUSSELSSEGMENT 1: GREENLAND, NATO, AND TRUMP'S REVERSALS Guest: Anatol Lieven, Co-Host: Jim McTague Lieven examines Trump's shifting positions on Greenland and NATO, unsettling European allies who question American reliability. Discussion covers the proposed Board of Peace concept and how Trump's unpredictable rhetoric complicates alliance management, leaving partners uncertain whether commitments will hold or dissolve without warning.SEGMENT 2: GAZA AND TRUMP'S SELF-ENRICHMENT CONCERNS Guest: Anatol Lieven, Co-Host: Jim McTague Lieven analyzes Gaza ceasefire dynamics and raises questions about Trump administration officials potentially mixing policy with personal financial interests. Discussion examines how self-enrichment concerns shadow diplomatic initiatives and whether conflicts of interest undermine credibility in Middle East negotiations and broader foreign policy.SEGMENT 3: GEN Z JOB STRUGGLES AND THE TRADES REVIVAL Guest: Chris Riegel, Co-Host: Jim McTague Riegel explains how artificial intelligence eliminates entry-level white-collar positions, leaving Gen Z struggling to launch careers in traditional professions. Meanwhile, skilled trades offer prosperity since AI cannot replicate physical work. Young people working with their hands find better opportunities than peers pursuing displaced office jobs.SEGMENT 4: MAGA EMBRACES BIG GOVERNMENT LIKE NEW DEALERS Guest: Veronique de Rugy De Rugy argues MAGA policies mirror New Deal-era big government activism through state industrial policy and massive spending programs. Traditional Republican principles of limited government appear obsolete or abandoned, with the RINO label now applied to anyone advocating fiscal restraint or free market economics.SEGMENT 5: PREPARING FOR IRAN BOMBING CAMPAIGN Guest: General Blaine Holt (USAF, Ret.) Holt describes military preparations for potential strikes against Iran, including warplane and warship deployments. The KC-135 tanker buildup signals offensive capability, providing aerial refueling that enables sustained bombing campaigns. This logistics infrastructure converts fuel into striking power against Tehran's nuclear and military installations.SEGMENT 6: ESCALATION TOWARD IRANIAN LEADERSHIP Guest: General Blaine Holt (USAF, Ret.) Holt outlines concentric circles of escalation targeting Iranian leadership if conflict erupts. Discussion covers strike planning that moves progressively toward regime centers of power. China's evacuation planes positioning near Iran suggest Beijing anticipates potential conflict and prepares to extract its nationals from the region.SEGMENT 7: MODI'S TIMID REFORM AGENDA Guest: Sadanand Dhume (Wall Street Journal) Dhume assesses Prime Minister Modi as a timid reformer constrained by political realities and socialist-era institutions. India's growth potential remains unrealized as legacy regulations protect inefficient industries. Modi raised some thresholds but fundamental transformation of labor laws and state enterprises remains politically impossible.SEGMENT 8: VENEZUELA'S UNFINISHED TRANSITION Guest: Mary Anastasia O'Grady (Wall Street Journal) O'Grady reports Venezuela's democratic transition stalled with the same regime intact. Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello and Delcy Rodriguez control state security gunmen and prisons. No real handover to President-elect Edmundo Gonzalez has occurred, leaving the authoritarian apparatus firmly in power despite American pressure.SEGMENT 9: COSTA RICA ELECTION AND PANAMA CANAL TENSIONS Guest: Professor Evan Ellis (US Army War College) Ellis examines Costa Rica's upcoming election amid concerns over giant prison construction projects. Discussion turns to unresolved Panama Canal disputes where Chinese interference continues challenging American interests. Regional dynamics shift as nations balance between Washington's demands and Beijing's economic inducements throughout Central America.SEGMENT 10: PERU AND CHINESE INFLUENCE Guest: Professor Evan Ellis (US Army War College) Ellis analyzes China's growing investment and influence in Peru while the US offers military partnership as counterweight. Discussion covers political turmoil in Lima, economic promise from mineral wealth, and the competition between great powers for access to South American resources and strategic positioning.SEGMENT 11: TRUMP SEEKS CUBAN REGIME CHANGE Guest: Professor Evan Ellis (US Army War College) Ellis examines the Trump administration's push for regime change in Havana. Dictator Díaz-Canel faces collapsing conditions with no oil, no power, and a broken economy driving mass emigration. The Obama administration's engagement offered false hope; now Washington applies maximum pressure on the desperate regime.SEGMENT 12: MERCOSUR AGREEMENT FINALLY REACHED Guest: Professor Evan Ellis (US Army War College) Ellis reports good news as the Mercosur trade agreement concludes after 27 years of negotiations. The deal now faces court challenges while promising affordable food imports for Europe. EU farmers mount roadblock protests opposing competition from South American agriculture despite consumer benefits from the historic accord.SEGMENT 13: AL QAEDA IN DAMASCUS GOVERNMENT Guest: Bill Roggio and Ahmed Sharawi (FDD)Roggio and Sharawi examine Al Qaeda presence within Syria's new government under clever, effective President al-Sharaa. US forces struck an Al Qaeda commander responsible for killing Iowa National Guard soldiers, but ISIS elements remain unaddressed. The jihadi connections within Damascus leadership raise serious counterterrorism concerns.SEGMENT 14: SYRIAN NATIONAL ARMY DRIVES OUT KURDISH ALLIES Guest: Bill Roggio and Ahmed Sharawi (FDD) Roggio and Sharawi report the Syrian National Army increasingly resembles Al Qaeda while attacking Kurdish forces who remain US allies. The Kurds retreat under pressure from Turkish-backed militias with extremist ties. American partners face abandonment as Washington's attention focuses elsewhere in the chaotic Syrian landscape.SEGMENT 15: MUSK, CARLSON, AND VANCE DIVERGE FROM REPUBLICAN ORTHODOXY Guest: Peter Berkowitz Berkowitz discusses Michael Doran's Tablet article examining three Trump celebrities—Elon Musk, Tucker Carlson, and Vice President J.D. Vance—whose views diverge from traditional Republican policies. Musk favors government subsidies and China partnership, Carlson platforms hate speakers, and Vance promotes isolationism over American global leadership.SEGMENT 16: ABANDONING SMALL GOVERNMENT AND FREE TRADE Guest: Peter Berkowitz Berkowitz argues neither Musk, Carlson, nor Vance champions traditional conservative principles of small government, free trade, and private enterprise without government interference. The Republican Party's philosophical foundation erodes as prominent voices embrace statism, protectionism, and industrial policy once associated with the political left.